“Our bodies are sacred reservoirs of resilience. When we attune to their whispers, the mind softens, the heart opens, and life flows more fully.”
Welcome!
Welcome to a space where healing begins with connection—to body, mind, and self. Madeline offers a compassionate, grounding environment where clients can slow down, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and approach life’s challenges with curiosity and care. Whether you’re navigating stress, life transitions, or deeper emotional and somatic experiences, Madeline helps you find a sense of wholeness and balance.
Madeline’s Clinical Background
Service Locations
Union Square office in NYC
Online in New York and New Jersey
Insurance Accepted
Aetna (including PPO, HMO, Meritain Health, 1199 SEIU National Benefits Fund and Aetna Student plans)
Wellfleet Student (NYU, School of Visual Arts, Sarah Lawrence College, etc.)
Northwell Direct
Partners Direct Health
Out-Of-Network Benefits Reimbursement
Therapeutic Modalities
Attachment Based
Emotions Focused Therapy
Holistic
Mind-body Connection
Relational
Somatic Experiencing®
Trauma - Focused
Clinical Expertise
Anxiety
Body Image
Depression
Emotion Regulation
Relationship Issues
Self-Esteem
Trauma & PTSD
Client Focus
Individuals
Couples
Artists
Young Adults and Students
LGBTQIA+
Neurodiverse
Education
Master of Social Work, Hunter College - Silberman School of Social Work
BA in Contemplative Psychology & Yoga Studies, Naropa University
Certifications and Training
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner®
1000-Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Inner Relationship Focusing, Maureen Gallagher
Language Justice Training, Rosa Guzmán-Snyder
Dare to Lead, Brené Brown & Kris McRea
DEI Training Series, Leon Cerna
Languages
English
Licenses
New York Licensed Master of Social Work
New Jersey (Telehealth) Licensed Master of Social Work
How Madeline Can Support You
Madeline offers therapy that meets you wherever you are on your journey. She supports individuals who are seeking to heal their relationship with their bodies, manage anxiety or overwhelm, or navigate transitions and identity shifts with greater clarity and compassion.
Her work often resonates with clients who have experienced a sense of disconnection from their bodies—whether due to trauma, chronic stress, or societal pressures—and are ready to cultivate a kinder, more grounded relationship with themselves. Madeline also works with couples who wish to deepen communication, restore connection, and strengthen emotional intimacy.
Across her work, she emphasizes nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and cultivating a sense of inner safety—so that clients can move through life with more ease, authenticity, and self-trust.
Influences: The Body Keeps the Score, my yoga practice, Willa Blythe Baker
Madeline’s Approach
Madeline blends traditional psychotherapy with somatic and holistic practices to support self-awareness, emotional regulation, and meaningful change. In sessions, mindfulness and body-based practices are used to calm the nervous system and create space for deeper understanding and healing.
With warmth and presence, Madeline helps clients explore how tension, beliefs, and emotional patterns are held in the body. This process fosters self-compassion, grounding, and a renewed sense of safety and empowerment.
Rituals: morning coffee and green juice, daily dog walks, yoga practice, mindful eating
Why Work With Madeline?
Madeline specializes in working with body image concerns and supporting clients in developing a kind and nurturing relationship with their bodies. Her integrative approach helps clients move beyond self-criticism, reconnect with their inner strength, and embrace a life that feels more authentic and embodied.
Clients who work with Madeline often describe feeling more present, confident, and aligned—with themselves and in their relationships. Whether you are seeking to heal emotional wounds, deepen self-understanding, or navigate change with greater clarity, Madeline offers a thoughtful and supportive path toward lasting growth and well-being.
Library: Wired for Love (Stan Tatkin), The Body Keeps the Score (Bessel Van Der Kolk), Waking the Tiger (Peter Levine), Bodies (Susie Orbach), Hold me Tight (Sue Johnson), Come As You Are (Emily Nagoski), The Wakeful Body (Willa Baker), Comfortable With Uncertainty (Pema Chodron), Trauma-Proofing Your Kids (Maggie Kline and Peter Levine), Attached (Amir Levine and Rachel Heller)
About Madeline Manning
Madeline is a holistic psychotherapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner® who works with both individuals and couples, supporting clients in cultivating emotional resilience, body awareness, and authentic relationships. Drawing from mindfulness, meditation, and Buddhist-informed practices, Madeline integrates evidence-based approaches with somatic therapy to help clients feel more at ease in their bodies and connected to their values. Her work honors the body’s innate intelligence, using it as a guide to understanding emotions, experiences, and patterns that shape daily life.